2025 ICD-10-CM code P92.2
Slow feeding of newborn.
Medical necessity for using P92.2 is established when a healthcare professional determines that the newborn's slow feeding requires medical attention.This could be due to concerns about adequate nutrition, potential underlying medical issues, or parental anxieties related to the infant's feeding habits.
The responsibility for diagnosing and managing slow feeding in newborns typically falls on pediatricians, neonatologists, or other healthcare professionals specializing in newborn care.They assess the infant's feeding patterns, identify potential underlying causes, and develop appropriate management strategies.This may involve collaborating with lactation consultants or other specialists as needed.
In simple words: This code indicates that a newborn baby is feeding slowly.
This code describes a newborn who exhibits slow feeding patterns.
Example 1: A 3-day-old newborn is brought to the pediatrician's office because the mother is concerned about the infant's slow feeding. The baby takes a long time to finish a bottle and seems to tire easily during feeding., A newborn in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) exhibits slow feeding, requiring frequent breaks and prolonged feeding times. This could be related to prematurity or other underlying medical conditions., A 10-day-old breastfed infant is gaining weight slowly, and the mother reports that the baby seems to fall asleep quickly at the breast.The pediatrician documents slow feeding as part of the assessment.
Documentation for P92.2 should include details about the infant's feeding patterns, such as the time taken per feeding, amount consumed, and any signs of fatigue or distress. Any associated symptoms, like poor weight gain or lethargy, should also be noted.If applicable, the documentation should specify whether the infant is breastfed, bottle-fed, or both.
- Specialties:Pediatrics, Neonatology
- Place of Service:Office, Inpatient Hospital, Home